National Archives Express VIP Family Tour – Private
About this activity
Skip the line at the National Archives on a one-hour family friendly private tour for up to six guests. Discover America’s founding documents with an expert guide dedicated to your family.
Highlights
- Family friendly stories behind America’s founding
- See the original Declaration of Independence
- View the original United States Constitution
- Discover the history of the Bill of Rights
- See the rare 1297 Magna Carta on display
Full description
Introduce your family to the documents that shaped the United States on a one-hour private National Archives tour designed for adults and children. Enter through the VIP skip-the-line access point with an expert guide dedicated to your party of up to six guests. In the Rotunda, discover the stories behind the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, and Bill of Rights, then encounter the Emancipation Proclamation and the 1297 Magna Carta. Clear, engaging explanations make the history accessible while the express format keeps the experience focused and manageable for families.
Included / Excluded
- One-hour family friendly private museum tour
- Skip-the-line VIP all-access entry
- Professional tour guide
- Private tour for up to six guests
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Luggage or coat storage
Itinerary
National Archives Museum meeting point
Meet your guide at the corner of 9th Street NW and Constitution Avenue NW, then enter through the VIP access point.
National Archives Museum
Discover the founding documents through clear, engaging stories designed for families with children.
Meeting point
Start Location
National Archives Museum meeting point
701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408, USA
Meet at the corner of 9th Street NW and Constitution Avenue NW.
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Know before you book
- Private family tours accommodate up to six guests
- Provide a working mobile number, including country code
- Cancel at least 24 hours before the tour for a full refund
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
Know before you go
- Meet at the corner of 9th Street NW and Constitution Avenue NW
- Arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
- Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and shoes
- Your guide will facilitate museum entry at the start of the tour
- Bring a government-issued photo ID or a photo showing your birth date
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Additional information
Security screening is required. Only handbags or small backpacks are permitted; large bags and suitcases cannot be stored. Some rooms may require quiet or restricted guiding, and collections or access can change without notice.